What are the admission requirements?

Graduate ApplicationLetter of intent articulating professional goalsThree letters of support from:

Previous faculty member

Direct supervisor

Applicant’s choosing

Official university transcripts from all schools attended and earned creditMasters degreeA graduate cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 (all graduate coursework)VitaAt least 3 to 5 years of supervisory or budgetary full time professional experience
in a higher education settingCompetitive GRE scores with minima preferred scores:

GRE Verbal: 151

GRE Quantitative: 142

Writing: 3.5

Writing sample – a term paper at least 5 pages and no longer than 10 pages in length

The GRE Scores are required and cannot be replaced for any length of time in the field
or other standardized test. Test scores older than five years will not be accepted.

Can I balance 9 credits and a full time job?

Can I balance 9 credits and a full time job?

When faculty create the courses, we recognize you are a full time employee. Additionally,
the online component allows you to work at your on pace, which is more flexible than
a residential program where you attend class three times a week. You could save you
work for night, weekends, or mornings depending on what works best for you.

I do not have an academic paper any more, it's been a while since I was in school.

I do not have an academic paper any more, it's been a while since I was in school.

That is alright, we understand. Do you have anything that will demonstrate to us your
writing ability? A work product, a professional paper, etc. If you are unsure, check
with us!

I do not have access to my previous faculty, what should I do?

I do not have access to my previous faculty, what should I do?

We are willing to work with students whose previous faculty may have retired and are
no longer accessible. Is there someone who can speak to the same attributes as that
faculty member would have? That should suffice. If not, reach out to us and we will
work it out as well.

Are the GRE's required?

Are the GRE's required?

Yes the GRE is required, but we'll say this about the GRE requirement, it is one small
component. We firmly believe students are not numbers and we evaluate the application
from a holistic perspective. That’s why we have preferred scores and not minima scores.
I would not worry too much about it.

Can I waive my GRE due to work experience?

Can I waive my GRE due to work experience?

Unfortunately no. The GRE is a Departmental and Graduate School requirement for our
program. We are required to have it to complete an application. With that said, it
is one small component. We firmly believe students are not numbers and we evaluate
the application from a holistic perspective. That’s why we have preferred scores and
not minima scores. I would not worry too much about it.

My GRE scores will not be received by the deadline.

My GRE scores will not be received by the deadline.

You can submit your unofficial scores while we wait for your official scores.

How do you evaluate applications?

How do you evaluate applications?

We review applications from a holistic perspective. We take into account all experiences,
scores, and past grades. Our quantitative items do not serve as an exclusionary factor.

What is considered a related field for the Masters Degree?

What is considered a related field for the Masters Degree?

Considering the broad nature of higher education, any masters degree will meet this
requirement.

Can I meet the three years of professional experience at the start of the program?

Can I meet the three years of professional experience at the start of the program?

Yes. The three years of experience can be met at the start of the program.

Does my work experience have to be in Higher Education?

Does my work experience have to be employed in Higher Education?

Ideally, your current or past work experience would be in Higher Education; however,
the flexibility of this degree as well as the organizational and administrative focus
does permit cross application from other professional experiences. All experiences
will be reviewed by the admission committee.

Will I be able to teach in higher education with this degree?

Will I be able to teach in higher education with this degree?

Graduates of this program are not endorsed for full time faculty positions. The coursework
and instructional experiences are not designed to prepare one for the faculty role.
However, this is a terminal degree and would meet the criteria needed for a faculty
position.

When are courses offered?

When are courses offered?

All courses are offered on-line through a Learning Management System that is supported
24-7.

Are the courses synchronous or asynchronous?

Are the courses synchronous or asynchronous?

All of the courses are asynchronous.

Why are there limitations on how many are admitted each year?

Why are there limitations on how many are admitted each year?

Doctoral education, particularly the development of dissertations, is labor -intensive
work. We only admit the maximum number of students we have resources to support.

How much of the course work is delivered online?

How much of the course work is delivered online?

All courses are delivered online. The only time you are required to be on campus is
for the 2 1/2 day orientation prior to beginning the program.

How technologically savvy do I need to be?

How technologically savvy do I need to be?

Basic computer literacy, willingness to learn, and access to a computer and high-speed
internet access is essential. If the computer does not have a built-in camera, one
needs a camera and an integrated headset and microphone to participate in classes.

How long does it take to complete the degree?

How long does it take to complete the degree?

The program includes 2 years of coursework and about 1 year to work on the dissertation
- the dissertation can be completed earlier than prescribed. You can find the plan
of study and description of courses here.

How much does the program cost?

How much does the program cost?

For the most up-to-date and accurate cost information, visit the Bursar's office website
here for updates on graduate tuition and fees. Make sure you select the Graduate (online/net
only) option.